Kiss Kiss, Kyodan

I'll hold my hands up straight away to having always loved exercise and the inevitable 'feel good' vibes that follow. In particular, as the years have gone by, I've discovered a love for running (check out my 5 Reasons to Start Running) alongside my own curated workouts. Though, up until recently, a lot of those runs have taken place in old t-shirts and the first pair of shorts or yoga trousers that come to hand! I doubt that will ever change when working out from home (to the sound of Robyn, Crystal Castles and Grimes), though you'll no doubt be pleased to hear that for a few months now I've avoided frightening passers-by with my oversized Spongebob Squarepants t-shirt. In fact, quite the opposite thanks to a little help from Kyodan...

Kyodan Pixie Print Sports Brac/o

Kyodan Pixie Print Capric/o

Kyodan Sports Jacket

Nike Trainers

A quick browse through Kyodan's Instagram will present one million and one reasons (well, 483 and counting) to transform your activewear wardrobe. Their page is packed full with fitness inspiration, motivation and styling suggestions. Personally, since discovering Kyodan I've been fixated on their gorgeous sports bras and so when opportunity presented itself, I opted for this adorable Pixie Print design featuring an explosion of colour and a stylish cross-back feature.The most refreshing thing about activewear is undoubtedly the fit. With a long hip-to-knee length, jean/trouser shopping is ordinarily a nightmare, whereas workout leggings don't assume your knees are halfway up your thighs! Speaking of which, I adore the criss-cross mesh detailing wrapping down the sides of the knees on these capri leggings - it's unexpected and as a result, completely transforms something simple into something special.

One thing is for sure, fitness isn't a race, it's a lifelong journey - and mine is far from over! I love the feeling of creating and reaching targets, challenging myself with new goals and feeling happier and healthier because of it. That's not to say I don't drown in sweat as I flop onto patches of grass to catch my breath as well though, after all, that's part of the journey... and so I'm just happy to be experiencing it in such gorgeous activewear!

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Fitness is a lifelong journey indeed! I love training now. I just have fun with it to be honest. I must say I don't look this hot training. Ha!! My tummy is in a world of its own, so its all about big tee for me. Lol!!

Yay another runner! Lol everyone I know (and even some I don't) don't really care for running, but I find it rather fun although it's not something I do as often anymore. I love the print on the capri leggings though, I'm a sucker for that kind of detailing on activewear, I think it looks so cool! Thanks for introducing this brand to me, I'll be sure to check them out on IG :)

This post literally couldn't have come sooner, I'm on a healthy eating bandwagon but I've promised myself to start exercising once my exams are over. Although that's not until around a month away, I've been really getting into googling workout wear because essentially I want to be comfortable, but I feel like you've done the work for me haha. Seriously loving the photography is this post, girl ❤️

This is such a cute outfit! You look lovely in it! I am too big to be wearing active wear like this I'm afraid! Fitness is something I am trying to be consistent at, but I must admit I do find it difficult to motivate myself at times! Keep up the good work. xx

Your new fitness gear is so cute! I love the sports bra and the pattern! I usually wear patterned leggings and a plain tank top but I might have to switch it around XD Also I love your figure, you go girl haha! :) xx

Gabrielle, you look fabulous while working out! Love this sporty look - I am a runner, like you as well! I usually work out in the morning to clear my head before I start working! Great post, love!xoxo, Vanessawww.WhatWouldVWear.com

oh wow, gabrielle, I LOVE your workout clothing and I love to buy new ones, I think it motivates even more in amazing clothing to go running :)http://www.youtube.com/c/MissLovelyAttitudehttp://lovelyattitude.com

I wish I were more enthusiastic about working out like you are. Cute workout clothes are a great push for me to workout more :) I love the print on the sports bra and the cutouts on the leggings! You look cute and athletic :)

I love how stylishly chic workout wear can look. It made me laugh when you mentioned your t shirt not to surprise anyone in the streets! I bet it is a great shirt. Regardless, I really love this workout wear it is fashionable without being your ordinary workout wear of dark colours ext. The detailing and the pattern is great! Lovely post. :) xx http://www.bauchlefashion.com

Your body is #goals, Gabrielle! The effects of running and taking care of your health are obvious, and quite motivating I must say. Your fitness gear is SO cool, love the colorful sports bra and the details on the leggings. Score!xx

Gabrielle could you be any more beautiful? Seriously, the shots with your hair flowing behind you are like wow!! This workout gear is so stylish, the little criss cross details in the leggings are so cute! I'd like to see this oversized spongebob tee though ;)

I workout from home so I'm definitely guilty of working out in my pyjamas or other various loungewear pieces. It's not the most stylish and it's no where near 'Instagrammable' but it's comfortable for sure!

Love that cross-back feature on the sports bra, and that it's nice and colourful :)

Maybe if i buy some cute workout clothes like this I will be more inclined to workout! I wish had your enthusiam for excercise but for me it's more something I have to do but wish I didn't. I have been making more effort recently though so maybe I should treat myself to some new gym clothes :) x

Your activewear is awesome! I love how colorful it is and your workout playlist sounds so so good! I checked out their Instagram and they're making me want to go out for a run (& I probably haven't done that since school).

I used to run all the time, but switched to swimming during the warm months and an indoor routine during cold months. I wear my old ugly t-shirts and sweats, but I think buying some new workout clothes would probably inspire me to push my self further and maybe even go for a run again. This outfit looks amazing on you! I'll have to check out their clothes.~Liliwww.thefashionsalt.com